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But scored a goal on two shots, added an assist, doled out four hits, blocked two shots and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Maple Leafs.

But earned his first multi-point game in the NHL with this effort. He set up JJ Peterka in the second period before scoring the last goal of the contest at 16:54 of the third. But has shown some promise so far, but he's been limited to six points, 32 shots on net, 11 hits, 13 blocked shots and a plus-4 rating over 20 appearances. The 20-year-old is a better option in dynasty formats than redraft leagues.

Carcone scored a goal on four shots, added an assist and went plus-4 in Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Maple Leafs.

Carcone benefited from getting more skill on his line, as Dylan Guenther was brought on to join him and Jack McBain. The trio erupted for four goals and eight points in this contest. Carcone had his first multi-point effort since he scored twice in Pittsburgh on Dec. 14. The 29-year-old continues to be an effective depth player with 17 points, 91 shots on net, 72 hits, 18 PIM and a plus-1 rating over 45 games this season.

Peterka scored a goal on two shots, supplied an assist, added two PIM and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Maple Leafs.

Peterka stretched the Mammoth's lead to 4-0 at 15:25 of the second period, and he also helped out on a Daniil But tally in the third. This was Peterka's first multi-point effort since his four-point game Dec. 3 versus the Ducks. The 23-year-old winger is up to 16 goals, 32 points, 97 shots on net, 20 PIM and a plus-9 rating through 47 outings overall. He's on pace to finish right around the 27 goals he had last year with the Sabres, but he hasn't done as much playmaking in his first campaign with the Mammoth.

McBain scored a goal on seven shots, dished two assists, added two PIM, doled out three hits and went plus-4 in Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Maple Leafs.

McBain hadn't logged a multi-point effort since Dec. 3 versus the Ducks. The 26-year-old set up both of Dylan Guenther's goals in the second period before scoring one of his own in the third. McBain is now at six goals, 68 shots on net, 159 hits, 33 blocked shots, 45 PIM and an even plus-minus rating over 47 contests. If McBain and Guenther stick together alongside Michael Carcone, that trio could emerge as an energy line with scoring potential for the Mammoth.

Frost had a goal and an assist in a 5-3 loss to Columbus on Tuesday.

It was his first goal in 13 games (three assists). Frost has 22 points (nine goals, 13 assists) and 85 shots in 46 games this season. The third-line center could see an uptick in fantasy value if ongoing rumors of a Nazem Kadri trade ever happen. As it stands, there are a lot better options than Frost at such a deep position.

Guenther scored twice on eight shots, added an assist and went plus-4 in Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Maple Leafs.

Guenther's pair of goals came in the second period, and he set up a Jack McBain tally in the second period. This ended a three-game skid for Guenther, matching his longest of the season. He clicked on a new-look line with McBain and Michael Carcone, as the trio combined for eight points. Guenther is up to a total of 23 goals, 40 points, 156 shots on net, 40 hits, 20 PIM and a plus-4 rating over 47 outings.

Vejmelka stopped 19 of 20 shots in Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Maple Leafs.

Calle Jarnkrok scored at 3:30 of the third period to spoil Vejmelka's shutout bid, but that was the only blemish on his performance. Vejmelka has won four outings in a row and six of his last seven. He's up to 21-11-2 with a 2.58 GAA and a .900 save percentage over 35 appearances this season. He's on a roll, and he'd get a look at a struggling Stars team should he get the nod Thursday at home.

Backlund had a goal and an assist in a 5-3 loss to Columbus on Tuesday.

Backlund has three points (one goal, two assists) in his last two games. He has picked up the pace of late, delivering 13 points, including six goals, in his last 12 games. Backlund had 16 points (five goals, 11 assists) in his first 34 games this season. Funny enough, the perennial 30-something point pivot is on a 50-plus point pace for the third time in an 18-season career. There may be room for a guy like Backlund in some daily formats while he's this hot.

Zub scored a goal in a 2-1 win over the Canucks on Tuesday.

The marker snapped a 17-game goal drought. Zub has four goals, 10 assists, 66 blocks and 49 shots in 44 games this season. His career high in points was set in the 2023-24 regular season (five goals, 20 assists), and he would match that total if he maintains his current offensive pace this campaign.

MacLean scored a goal on two shots in Tuesday's 5-4 loss to the Jets.

MacLean ended a 12-game point drought with the goal. He was scratched twice in that span, as the Islanders have started to rotate players on the fourth line a bit. MacLean has a modest four points, 25 shots on net, 57 hits, 27 PIM and a minus-4 rating over 30 appearances this season. He could find it tougher to stay in the lineup once Bo Horvat (lower body) is able to return.